M. Isabel Cueva
Abogada especializado en inmigración en los Estados Unidos
Isabel Cueva es una abogada especializada en inmigración en Estados Unidos que representa a clientes en los 50 estados y en todo el mundo. Cuenta con una amplia experiencia en defensa contra la deportación, visas familiares, exenciones y visas basadas en el empleo. Actualmente, su principal área de especialización son las solicitudes de inmigración por motivos familiares.
Nacida en Guadalajara, México, la Sra. Cueva es una inmigrante de primera generación que se trasladó a los Estados Unidos cuando tenía ocho años. Obtuvo su licenciatura a los 19 años en la Universidad de Utah, donde recibió una beca completa. La Sra. Cueva se graduó Magna Cum Laude con honores de la Sociedad Nacional de Honor Psi Chi y de la Sociedad de Honor PHI KAPPA PHI.
Obtuvo su título de Doctora en Derecho en la prestigiosa Facultad de Derecho S.J. Quinney de la Universidad de Utah. Durante sus estudios, trabajó como asistente judicial del Honorable William Nixon en la Oficina Ejecutiva de Revisión de Inmigración de los Estados Unidos, en Salt Lake City, Utah. La Sra. Cueva fue la más joven de su promoción, con 22 años. Tras graduarse, ejerció el derecho migratorio en Seattle y en la Columbia Británica, donde se ganó una reputación por manejar casos de gran complejidad. La Sra. Cueva fue contratada por un bufete de abogados de ámbito nacional en el condado de Orange, California, para poner en marcha un departamento de inmigración. Pasó dos años en California, donde creó una cartera de más de 600 clientes, y luego se mudó a su Utah natal en 2015 para fundar su propio bufete de abogados.
La Sra. Cueva cree en la representación honesta y en empoderar a sus clientes con información y conocimientos para que puedan tomar una decisión informada. Cree en la transparencia y en un trabajo de alta calidad. Está comprometida con su comunidad y le apasiona mantener unidas a las familias.
La Sra. Cueva es miembro del Colegio de Abogados del Estado de Washington y de la Asociación Estadounidense de Abogados de Inmigración, y está habilitada para ejercer la abogacía en el estado de Washington. Debido al carácter federal de la legislación migratoria de los Estados Unidos, la Sra. Cueva puede representar a clientes en todo el país.
Susana Maldonado
Susana was born and raised in Los Angeles. Both of her parents are first-generation immigrants from Mexico. Susana is an expert in family-based immigration petitions. In her decade of work in the immigration field, she has helped thousands of people gain residency and citizenship, including members of her own family. Susana is smart, driven, compassionate, and loves working with her clients. Susana is bilingual and travels to Mexico annually with her family. Her extensive experience, firsthand knowledge of the immigration system, and genuine friendly disposition make her a wonderful asset to our firm.
Favorite part of the job: “Our work can be very stressful, but extremely rewarding. There is nothing better than getting the good news of an approval and being able to call my client and being able to share that amazing moment. Sometimes they can’t believe it. But you can feel the stress and fear they’ve held on for so many years disappear and replaced with hope and happiness.”
SENIOR EXPERT PARALEGAL
Alyssa Cueva
Alyssa Cueva is a dedicated paralegal at Cueva Law Firm, bringing a wealth of personal experience and professional expertise to her role. Born and raised in a multicultural community, Alyssa has a deep understanding of the challenges and aspirations of immigrant families.
As a mother of five children, Alyssa balances her professional life with the demands of a bustling household, giving her unique insight into the family-based immigration cases the firm handles. Her personal experiences have fueled her passion for helping families navigate the complex immigration system and achieve their dreams of unity and stability in the United States.
Alyssa's attention to detail, organizational skills, and empathetic approach make her an invaluable asset to the Cueva Law Firm team. She assists in preparing various immigration petitions, gathering supporting documents, and maintaining clear communication with clients throughout their cases.
Favorite part of the job: "Every day, I'm reminded of the importance of family and the strength and courage it takes to build a life in a new country. Being able to help other families achieve their immigration goals is incredibly rewarding. It's not just paperwork. It's about making sure families are able to stay together."
EXPERT PARALEGAL
OFFICE MANAGERJordan Bellazetin
Jordan is the newest member of our team, starting as a legal assistant for our paralegals in 2022 and becoming our Office Manager at the beginning of 2024. He assists Mami with payment coordination and ensures the office flows smoothly and efficiently to help as many families as possible.
Born and raised in West Valley City, Utah, Jordan’s father immigrated to Utah from Mexico, where he met Jordan’s mother. Jordan enjoys spending time with his family, especially his three niblets (two nieces and one nephew), and loves taking them to the library, movies, concerts, and parks.
Outside of work, Jordan is passionate about music, enjoys learning new topics, and finds fulfillment in helping others. He values the sense of community that working in a team can bring and is always striving to foster a collaborative environment where everyone feels supported.
ATTORNEY'S ASSISTANTMiriam Khan
Miriam Sanchez was born in Los Angeles, California. She’s lived in Mexico, CA, ID and UT. Living in different countries and states has enabled her to learn about different cultures, master communication and language skills, and enjoy the benefits of personal growth. Miriam’s parents both immigrated to the United States and encountered many discouraging attorney consultations to legalize their status. Miriam understands the importance of having a good attorney on your side. She remembers her parent’s long immigration journey finally coming to an end when they were able to naturalize when she was in High School. Miriam is highly driven and has a wonderful work ethic. We love her positive up-beat attitude and the energy she brings to the office.
Miriam enjoys spending time with her husband, who also immigrated to the United States from Afghanistan, and her children. Together they like to explore the outdoors, try new foods and restaurants, and spend the evening cooking together.
Favorite part of the job: “I love the sense of community we have with our clients. They are so happy they have found someone who they can trust and they feel confident in referring their friends and loved ones to us to help them. It feels good to make a difference in our community.”
LEGAL ASSISTANTAlexia Gomez
At the Law Office of Isabel Cueva, Lexi plays a crucial role in keeping operations running smoothly. As an office assistant, she manages client communications via email and phone, organizes digital paperwork, and schedules virtual appointments, ensuring everything operates efficiently in a remote environment.
Lexi is known for her attention to detail and reliability. She is dedicated to maintaining a high standard of service and supporting the team in delivering top-notch legal assistance to clients.
A personal highlight for Lexi has been assisting her mother through the immigration process. She successfully helped her obtain permanent residency and is currently supporting her journey toward U.S. citizenship. This hands-on experience has provided Lexi with a deep understanding and empathy for the challenges faced by clients.
Outside of work, Lexi enjoys exploring new hobbies such as yoga and going on a hike. She also enjoys drawing, baking some sweet treats, and spending time with family, and is passionate about art.
Lexi is proud to be part of the Law Office of Isabel Cueva and is excited to contribute to the firm's mission of making a positive impact on the lives of immigrants.